When educating an older adult patient about changing his dressing, the nurse would most appropriately:
be certain the patient is wearing his glasses and/or hearing aid.
wait for the patient to ask any questions about the procedure.
talk through the process rapidly to keep the patient from becoming tired.
point out each mistake during the return demonstration.
The Correct Answer is A
A. Be certain the patient is wearing his glasses and/or hearing aid. Ensuring the patient has optimal hearing and vision aids can improve comprehension and help the patient accurately learn the procedure.
B. Wait for the patient to ask any questions about the procedure. Waiting for questions might lead to gaps in understanding, as the patient may not feel comfortable initiating questions without encouragement.
C. Talk through the process rapidly to keep the patient from becoming tired. Rushing the instruction may cause the patient to miss important details, as learning may be slower in older adults.
D. Point out each mistake during the return demonstration. Correcting every error without constructive feedback can discourage the patient. It’s more effective to provide gentle guidance and support.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Saving the extra time it would take to mail the information.
The purpose of asking the patient to repeat information is not about saving time but to ensure accurate understanding.
B. Verifying that the patient understands the information.
Asking the patient to repeat the information confirms that they understood it correctly, which is essential in promoting effective communication and preventing misunderstandings.
C. Acting in a cautious way to avoid charges of negligence. While caution is involved, the primary purpose is to ensure understanding rather than legal protection.
D. Testing the patient's intelligence and memory.
This is not a test of intelligence or memory but rather a verification of understanding.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Test the patient's reading comprehension before using visual handouts.
Testing reading comprehension can be helpful but is not sufficient on its own to assess the patient’s overall learning preferences or needs.
B. Use a hands-on approach, because it works best for most people.
While hands-on learning is effective, assuming it works best for everyone may overlook individual learning preferences.
C. Ask the patient whether he learns best visually, aurally, or kinesthetically. Asking the patient’s learning preferences enables the nurse to tailor education to the patient's strengths.
D. Use a combination of the three modes of learning to enhance learning. Combining all modes without considering the patient's preferences may not be as effective as directly addressing the patient's specific learning style.